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Compare Bepreve vs. Pataday

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  • Bepotastine (Bepreve)
    Olopatadine (Pataday)
  • Bepotastine (Bepreve)
    Olopatadine (Pataday)

  • Summary of Bepreve vs. Pataday

    Summary for Antihistamine
    Prescription only

    Bepotastine (Bepreve) is an allergy eye drop for people over the age of 2. It's an antihistamine medication that helps with itchy eyes from allergies. The typical dosing is to put 1 drop of the medication into the affected eye(s) twice a day. It can sometimes leave an unpleasant taste in the mouth as a side effect, even though you use the medication as an eye drop. You need a prescription from a healthcare professional for both the brand-name and generic version.

    Summary for Antihistamine

    Olopatadine (Pataday) is an antihistamine over-the-counter (OTC) eye drop medication used to treat eye itching and redness from allergies. It's applied to the eyes, typically once or twice daily, depending on the strength. Some side effects of olopatadine (Pataday) include blurry vision and dry eye.

  • Indications of Bepreve vs. Pataday

    Indications for
    •Itchy eyes related to allergies
    Indications for
    •Temporary relief of allergy eye symptoms, such as itching and redness

  • Pros and Cons of Bepreve vs. Pataday

    Pros and Const for Antihistamine
    Pros
    •Relieves itchy eyes due to allergies
    •Few side effects
    •Works within 15 minutes and lasts for at least 8 hours
    Cons
    •Not available over the counter; needs a prescription from a healthcare professional
    •Can cause a bad taste in the mouth
    •Not for eye itchiness or irritation caused by infections or contact lenses
    Pros and Const for Antihistamine
    Pros
    •Works within minutes and lasts up to 24 hours, depending on the strength
    •Can be used in children over 2 years old
    •Available over the counter
    Cons
    •Can't wear contacts for 10 minutes after using
    •Not for itching caused by infections or contact lenses
    •Might contain preservatives

  • Common Side Effects of Bepreve vs. Pataday

    Common Side Effects for
    •Unpleasant taste in the mouth after using (25%)
    Common Side Effects for
    •Blurry vision (5%)

    Note: These side effects were noted by people using olopatadine eye drops 0.77% in clinical studies.

  • Warnings of Bepreve vs. Pataday

    Common Side Effects for
    •Avoid getting the dropper tip and medication contaminated
    •Must remove contact lenses before using
    Common Side Effects for
    •For use in the eyes only
    •Risk for bacterial infections in the eye when using contaminated medication
    •Don't use while wearing contact lenses

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